The paper should be a minimum of 3 pages of text (doesnt include cover page or reference page). The paper should be double spaced and have margins no larger than 1 inch. Use appropriate APA format for all aspects of the paper. You do not need to include an abstract. Be sure to address all aspects of the assigned question. In order to fully address the question for the assignment, you will need to make reference to the textbook.

You should cite where appropriate within the paper and have a reference page. You may use outside resources to complete the paper, but you are not required to. If you do use outside sources, be sure to cite and reference appropriately. Your grade will be based on both the content and format of the paper. The readings in this module (CHAPTER 9 to CHAPTER 15)

Drawing from the most recent National Gang Report, identify the different types of gangs and compare and contrast their goals and operations.  Which type of gang do you believe poses the biggest threat to the U.S.? 

Text required: Maguire, M. & Okada, D. (2015). Critical issues in crime and justice: Thought, policy, and practice.  2nd ed.

Readings required:
Chapter 9 – Media
Chapter 11 – Gangs
Chapter 12 Sex Crimes
Chapter 13 – Terrorism
Chapter 14 Cyber Criminology
Chapter 15 Comparative CJ